1 Chronicles 14:1-17

THE LORD PROSPERS DAVID

Keywords 14:17

So David's fame spread throughout every land, and the LORD made all the nations fear him.

 

1. David’s personal prosperity (1-7)

Hiram king of Tyre was a good friend to David; he sent messengers, supplies, and

carpenters to help build the palace for David. In Jerusalem David also took more

wives and became the father of more sons and daughters. Such success would

lead many people to grow proud. However, David remained humble, remembering

that it was the LORD who had established him as king of Israel. Furthermore, he

realized God’s purpose in exalting his kingdom - so that he might be a shepherd

for God’s people.

 

2. David’s political prosperity (8-17)

When the Philistines heard about David, they came in full force to search for him

and raided the valley of Rephaim. David’s first response was to inquire of the Lord.

God said “Go” and David defeated the Philistines, saying, “God has broken out

against my enemies by my hand.” The Philistines attacked the valley again, and

again David consulted the Lord. David obeyed the Lord’s instructions and Israel

experienced another victory over their enemies. David’s fame spread and the Lord

was glorified.

 

Prayer Father, praise your name! You have blessed your children today with every

spiritual blessing in Christ.

One Word The Lord prospers his people